Feeding of the 5000

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Why did Jesus initially withdraw to a solitary place?

Because he was tired and needed rest.
To escape from his disciples who were making unreasonable requests.
Because he had heard about an event that had occurred. (correct)
To avoid the crowds who were seeking healing.

What did the disciples suggest to Jesus as evening approached and the crowd was still present in the remote place?

To send the crowds away to the villages to buy food. (correct)
To distribute the few loaves and fishes they had among the children first.
To collect money from the crowd to buy food.
To ask a local farmer for assistance.

Prior to the miracle, what were the provisions available to feed the crowd?

Sufficient food, but it needed to be properly distributed.
Five loaves of bread and two fish. (correct)
Seven loaves of bread and a jar of honey.
Enough food to feed at least one thousand people.

What action did Jesus take immediately before distributing the bread and fish to the disciples?

<p>He looked up to heaven, gave thanks, and broke the loaves. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Besides the five thousand men, who else was present at the feeding?

<p>Women and children. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Jesus' Retreat

Jesus withdrew to a solitary place by boat after hearing about John the Baptist's death.

Jesus' Compassion

Moved by compassion, Jesus healed the sick among the large crowd that followed him.

Feed the Crowd

Jesus instructed his disciples to feed the crowd, despite their doubts about having enough food.

Miracle of the Loaves

With only five loaves and two fish, Jesus miraculously fed a crowd of about five thousand men, plus women and children.

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Leftovers

After everyone ate and was satisfied, twelve basketfuls of broken pieces were left over.

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Study Notes

Jesus withdrew by boat to a solitary place upon hearing news, but crowds followed him on foot from the towns.
Jesus landed and, filled with compassion, healed the sick in the large crowd.
As evening approached in the remote location, the disciples suggested sending the crowds to nearby villages to buy food.
Jesus responded that the crowds did not need to leave, and instead the disciples should feed them.
The disciples had only five loaves of bread and two fish.
Jesus directed the people to sit on the grass, then taking the five loaves and two fish, he looked to heaven, gave thanks, and broke the loaves.
He gave the broken loaves to the disciples, who then distributed them to the people.
Everyone ate until they were satisfied.
After everyone had eaten their fill, twelve basketfuls of broken pieces were collected.
About five thousand men ate, in addition to women and children.

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Jesus feeds a crowd of over five thousand people with only five loaves of bread and two fish. After teaching, he demonstrates compassion by miraculously multiplying the food, ensuring everyone eats until they are satisfied. This event showcases Jesus's power and care for those who follow him.